US No. 172 Busch Carbide Tapered Fissure (Cone) Bur | Busch No. 23 016 – HP | Pack of 6
The carbide taper (cone) flat cutter dental bur from Busch & Co. GmbH is a precision-engineered rotary cutting instrument designed to deliver consistent, controlled material removal across a range of technical and clinical applications. Manufactured in Germany, this instrument meets the exacting standards professionals demand in both dental and technical workflows.
Product Details
This instrument is classified as a Carbide Cutter, Taper (Cone) Flat, and carries the standard ISO classification: 500 104 168 006 016 (ISO reference 23 016, US No. 172). It is supplied as a pack of 6, ensuring you have reliable, consistent tooling on hand for demanding work schedules.
Applications
The carbide taper (cone) flat cutter dental bur is well-suited for the following dental laboratory applications:
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Crown and Bridge Technology — Shaping, trimming and finishing of crown and bridge frameworks in the laboratory. |
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Plastics Technology — Shaping, trimming and finishing of acrylic dentures and appliances. |
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Model Making — Trimming and detailing of plaster and stone models. |
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Model Casting Technique — Finishing and adjustment of cast metal frameworks. |
Instrument Dimensions
| Head Ø | 1.6 mm (ISO size 016) |
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| Shank | HP (Straight Handpiece) — 2.35 mm Ø, 44.5 mm overall length (ISO 104) |
Per ISO 6360, the size number is the maximum head diameter in tenths of a millimeter. See our Busch Bur Size Chart for the full size conversion table, shank codes, and color ring guide.
Why Choose This Carbide Cutter?
As a carbide taper (cone) flat cutter dental bur, this instrument offers the hardness and edge retention that carbide is renowned for, enabling clean cuts with minimal vibration and heat generation. The taper (cone) flat geometry provides versatile access to a variety of surface contours and internal angles, making it an adaptable tool across multiple disciplines.
All Busch instruments, including this carbide taper (cone) flat cutter dental bur, are proudly Made in Germany, reflecting a longstanding commitment to precision manufacturing and quality control.
Busch Warranty & 90-Day Returns
This Busch instrument is guaranteed against manufacturing and workmanship defects — we'll repair or replace it under normal professional use. Unused product in original packaging can also be returned or exchanged within 90 days of your invoice date. Full terms are on our Warranty page.
FAQ
What is included in a single purchase? Each order contains a pack of 6 carbide taper (cone) flat cutters (23 016, US No. 172).
What ISO classification does this bur carry? This instrument is classified under ISO: 500 104 168 006 016.
Where is this instrument manufactured? It is manufactured in Germany by Busch & Co. GmbH.
Compare With
| Manufacturer | Reference |
|---|---|
| Komet (Gebr. Brasseler) | H23.104.016 |
| Edenta | C23.104.016 |
Manufacturer literature: Busch catalogs and product brochures for this line are available in our Busch Burs Catalog Library.
Specifications: Busch No. 23 016
| Busch figure | 23 |
| US No. | 172 |
| Shape | Tapered Fissure (Cone) |
| ISO size / head diameter | 016 (1.6 mm max head Ø) |
| Shank | HP |
| Lab applications (per Busch) | Crown and Bridge Technology, Model Casting Technique, Model Making, Plastics Technology |
| Pack size | Pack of 6 |
| Material | Carbide |
The tapered fissure (cone) head cuts convergent walls and V-shaped grooves and tapers into narrow spaces. The 1.6 mm head is a mid-size that handles general contouring of dentures, frameworks and models.
Read the guides: Dental Laboratory Burs, Polishers & Abrasives · Bur Speed Chart · Dental Bur Glossary · All lab carbide cutters
This is a US No. 172. See all 1 Busch versions — materials, shanks, cuts and packs — on our US No. 172 page.
US No. 172 Busch Carbide Tapered Fissure (Cone) Bur | Busch No. 23 ...
